Anyone can have a personal assistant with the Echo Dot Smart Speaker. The voice-controlled device connects with Alexa to steam music, give you news updates, make calls and it also works with compatible smart home devices.

Slow cookers are so last year. Make all of your favourite holiday meals in a fraction of the time with the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. The all-in-one kitchen staple can be used as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker, egg cooker, Steamer and it even makes cake.

If your New Year’s resolution involves getting healthy, the Fitbit Versa 2 can help you monitor your workouts and track your sleep quality. It also performs non-fitness related tasks, like checking the weather (courtesy of Alexa).

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